Ras in 60

<p>On the first part of this show hosts Mayor Ras J. Baraka and Desiree Hadley are speaking with the Director of the Mayor’s Office of Homeless Services, Luis Ulerio, the President and CEO of Newark Alliance, Evan...

<p>“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the cornerstone of our communities.” -Barack Obama</p> On September 6th, the Baraka administration and Invest Newark launched a program to help businesses and...

<p>September is back-to-school month, and, appropriately, National Literacy Month. On September 8th, the world recognizes International Literacy Day to raise awareness about the importance of literacy as a fundamental...

<p>In this episode of Ras in 60, we celebrate hip-hop’s monumental 50th anniversary and dive into the influential world of the music genre. There is no doubt that the hip-hop culture has impacted the lives of many...

<p>Only one in four residents own a home in Newark, and with corporations vying to purchase houses and turn them into high cost rentals, it is urgent to provide residents with affordable pathways to homeownership.</p>...

<p>In 2020 the Baraka administration created the Office of Violence Prevention and Trauma Recovery, the first of its kind in the City of Newark. While the rest of the country shouted 'Defund the Police', the City of...

<p>Newark is leading the way and is proud of it! Listen to Mayor Baraka as he delivers his ninth State of the City address.</p> <p>Before an audience of residents, stakeholders, elected officials, and media...

<p>Harriet Tubman is known to many of us as one of the most courageous women in American history. As a conductor on the underground railroad Harriet returned to the south approximately 13 times to lead enslaved people...

<p>Access to a reliable internet connection is essential for us to function in our daily lives. From remote learning to telework, our children, families and workforce will fall behind if we do not have quality and...

<p>Chronic homelessness is an issue that affects communities in America on both coasts. Last week, The Mayor's Office of Homeless Services released "Newark's Strategic Plan to End Chronic Homelessness" within 3 years...

<p>Economic equity is critical to urban communities like Newark, NJ. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the median annual household income in the City of Newark is about $37k. </p> <p>Our first guest is Mayor Michael...

<p>Keeping Newark Safe is a high priority. Newark has a holistic approach to reducing violence, healing and supporting the community. This episode is all about exploring Newark's innovative approach to public saftey...

<p >On the first episode of season 3 of Ras in 60, marks the start of the new school year for Newark Public School students. Mayor Ras J. Baraka and co-host Desiree Hadley are speaking with Superintendent Roger León...

<p>We are finally 'Back Together Again' for a great second season of Ras in 60. This episode is all about us coming together as a community. Mayor Ras J. Baraka is joined by his special guest host baby Jua and...

<p>In this inroductory episode of Ras in 60 you will meet the Mayor!</p> <p>Learn about Mayor Ras J. Baraka's fitness routine, his favorite music artists, his take on the VMAs coming to Newark, the Forbes Opportunity...